Senior KYC/CDD Associate – Client Onboarding & AML SME (HK)

Pacific Focus; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Focus is seeking an experienced Associate to join its Client Onboarding team in Hong Kong. You will manage end-to-end KYC and CDD processes for clients across Greater China, upholding high standards against financial crime.

You will act as an SME, supporting Relationship Managers and Compliance. You will conduct CDD/EDD checks, perform four-eye quality control, and collaborate with Compliance on regulatory updates, FATCA/CRS, and regional projects.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in business, finance, law or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in AML, KYC, compliance or banking operations.
• Strong knowledge of HKMA guidelines, AMLO regulatory requirements, and client onboarding lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) checks.
• Perform four-eye quality control reviews on CDD files prior to sign-off.
• Reach out to clients with Relationship Managers to gather documentation.
• Collaborate with Compliance on regulatory updates, audits and AML policy alignment.
• Handle FATCA/CRS reporting and maintain client database records.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to regional projects.

Skills

KYC knowledge

AML

Compliance

Banking operations

English & Mandarin

Education

Degree in Business/Finance/Law

Job description

Pacific Focus is seeking an experienced Associate to join its Client Onboarding team in Hong Kong. You will manage end-to-end KYC and CDD processes for clients across Greater China, upholding high standards against financial crime.

You will act as an SME, supporting Relationship Managers and Compliance. You will conduct CDD/EDD checks, perform four-eye quality control, and collaborate with Compliance on regulatory updates, FATCA/CRS, and regional projects.